March 15, 2012

Padma Lakshmi's baby daddy has successfully added his famous last name on the child's. Adam Dell, the brother of computer honcho Michael Dell, won the battle to recognize him as the biological father of Padma's two years old daughter, who is now known as Krishna Thea Lakshmi-Dell.

Lisa Marie Presley announced that her first album in five years would be released on May 15 via Universal Republic/XIX Recordings. Produced by T Bone Burnett, "Storm and Grace" was recorded at The Village Studios in Los Angeles after Lisa got the inspiration from a trip to England.

"CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" will have its own take on one famous fairytale in next week's episode. Russell can't help reciting a line from "Alice in Wonderland" when he and his team are called to investigate a robbery-homicide at a wedding, which picks the story written by Charles Lutwidge Dodgson as its theme.

In anticipation of "Mad Men" season 5 premiere on AMC, the cast of the Emmy-winning series stepped out for a red carpet event. On Wednesday, March 14, the likes of Jon Hamm and January Jones attended a big screen premiere of the show's season opener at the Arclight Cinerama Dome in Los Angeles.

Haley Reinhart's debut single "Free" has just been unveiled. The jazzy tune is described by the "American Idol" alum as "an empowering break-up song," and is confirmed as a lead single from her upcoming first studio album "Listen Up!".

Those who have been anticipating Ridley Scott's "Prometheus" could have a special chance to discuss the movie with its leading cast members. On Tuesday, March 14, 20th Century Fox announced that the highly anticipated space thriller is set to organize a global live chat event with none other than Charlize Theron and Michael Fassbender.

Cee-Lo Green visited "Late Show with David Letterman" recently to read his "Top 10 Signs You're a Terrible Singer". In his presentation, the Gnarls Barkley member took jabs at the Mets baseball players and Mitt Romney, a former Governor of Massachusetts who enters 2012 Republican Presidential nomination.

Whitney Houston's daughter and "adopted" son continue to add fuel to rumors that they are romantically involved. Bobbi Kristina and Nick Gordon were caught on camera flaunting their affection to one another as the twosome stepped out in Atlanta, Georgia to grab some lunch on Tuesday, March 13.

A few days before releasing a brand new trailer for "Snow White and the Huntsman", Universal Pictures revealed a fresh featurette for the anticipated retelling movie. The promo video focuses on the story behind Charlize Theron's antagonistic Queen Ravenna.

While "American Idol" producers had decided to axe Jermaine Jones on Tuesday, March 13, the other finalists apparently had no idea what led to his disqualification until the situation was addressed on Thursday. "We didn't really find out until America found out," Hollie Cavanaugh said after the performance show was aired.

Another revealing photo from the set of "Riddick" sequel has been shared by Vin Diesel. Taking to his Facebook page, the actor who plays the titular character in the film posted a new on-set image that uncovers a first look at WWE star David Bautista as a mercenary leader.

Contrary to swirling rumors, Jennifer Lopez hasn't made any plans to wed younger boyfriend Casper Smart. Days after a tweet about her request for a wedding dress popped out on the Twitter account of fashion designer Roberto Cavalli, the "On the Floor" hitmaker took to her official website to set the record straight.

Russell Brand is wanted by New Orleans police two days after throwing a paparazzi's iPhone through an office window. On Wednesday, March 14 night, the New Orleans Police Department issued a misdemeanor warrant for his arrest. TMZ detailed that the arrest warrant was put out for simple criminal damage to property.

Madonna keeps hyping up the upcoming release of her new studio album "MDNA". Days before the CD comes out in the United States, the 53-year-old Grammy-winning singer releases a snippet of a slow jam called "Fallen Free".

Nicki Minaj was parading her curvaceous figure when filming a music video for her latest single "Starships". The female rapper was snapped on the set wearing a pink bathing suit which has a sheer drape on the front. Rocking neon-green hair, she finished off her sexy look with a pair of matching heels.

Leah Remini and Sharon Osbourne are in a war of words over the former's accusation that the latter caused her to get fired from "The Talk". Months after she and Holly Robinson Peete were dismissed from the CBS talk show, the Stacey Carosi of "Saved by the Bell" took to Twitter to blame her former co-worker for their departures.

The reason behind Ashley Judd's different look at a recent appearance on a Canadian talk show has been undisclosed. Shooting down cosmetic surgery speculations, a representative for the Rebecca Winstone of ABC's "Missing" said that heavy medication to treat her sinus infection and flu might contribute to her puffy face.

J. Cole has debuted a music video in support of his latest offering "Nobody's Perfect". The Roc Nation rapper is restless as he raps his verses in his bedroom and goes to a counseling to get whatever bothering him off his chest. Missy Elliott plays a wise therapist who assures him that he needs no worry because everybody has their own flaws.

Darren Criss was wanted to join the second season of "The X Factor (US)", so E! Online reported. The star of Broadway play "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" has allegedly been offered a hosting gig on the Simon Cowell-created reality show, but he "politely declined the gig," a source said.

Brandon Routh is preparing himself for a diaper duty. The leading man of "Superman Returns" and his wife of four years, Courtney Ford, have just announced that they are expecting their first child together. To PEOPLE, the happy couple additionally revealed that their bundle of joy will arrive this summer.

Randall Miller's upcoming indie music biopic, "The Drummer (2012)", has added two famous young talents to its cast ensemble. Variety reported that "Harry Potter" actor Rupert Grint and "Hugo" actress Chloe Moretz are all set to tackle important roles in the true story movie about The Beach Boys' drummer Dennis Wilson.

"American Idol" was back on Wednesday, March 14 with the remaining finalists who sang songs from the year they were born, but it wasn't without a twist. As it was suggested in reports, Jermaine Jones was disqualified and Ryan Seacrest talked a bit about it early in the show.

Jon Hamm is trying to clear up the misunderstanding caused by his recent comments that seem to be attacking reality TV stars Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton. When met at PaleyFest 2012 on Tuesday, March 13, the 41-year-old actor stood by his words, but did share his wish that they were "reported correctly."

"Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted" will not only present Alex and co.'s adventure in Europe, but it will also have its world premiere in the continent. The Hollywood Reporter broke the news that DreamWorks Animation has planned to debut the comedy pic during the prestigious 65th annual Cannes Film Festival in May.

Billboard Hot 100 revises its way to rank a song's popularity. The music magazine will now take into account data from streaming-music sites in addition to including radio-airplay ratings and digital song sales into calculation. Despite the adjustment, digital sales still become the major factor to compile the single list, followed by radio and online streams.

Lindsay Lohan is adamant that she didn't hit a man with her new Porsche when leaving a Hollywood club early Wednesday, March 14 morning. The Kimmie Keegan of "Ugly Betty" has just reacted to the hit and run accusations made against her, calling them "absurd" in a long message posted on her WhoSay page.

"The Hunger Games" won't arrive in cinemas until March 23, but casting rumors for its follow-up film "Catching Fire" are already buzzing wildly. Fans of the franchise have been speculating about who will play the sequel's most desirable role, Finnick Odair, and some of them hope that the part will be offered to Armie Hammer. Discussing the casting rumor with MTV News, director Gary Ross decided to stay tight-lipped.

HBO has pulled the plug on "Luck" after a third horse died on the set of the drama series. In a statement released on Wednesday, March 14, the network announced, "It is with heartbreak that executive producers David Milch and Michael Mann together with HBO have decided to cease all future production on the series 'Luck'."

After weeks of blocking many new entries from topping Billboard Hot 200, Adele finally falls from her throne on the U.S. album chart. The British pop sensation is knocked out of the top spot by Bruce Springsteen. The Boss edges out Adele by selling around 196,000 copies with his latest effort "Wrecking Ball".

Peter Facinelli and Jennie Garth have responded to swirling rumors that their marriage breakdown was caused by an affair on his part. In another joint statement they released a day after announcing that they have parted ways after 11 years of marriage, the estranged couple clarified, "We just want to make it very clear - there are no third parties involved."

Two and a half weeks after organizing the 84th Annual Academy Awards, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced the fixed date for next year's Oscars. On Wednesday, March 14, the association confirmed that its 85th edition of the prestigious awards will be held on Sunday, February 24, 2013.

Nigel Lythgoe and Ken Warwick have spoken up about their decision to disqualify Jermaine Jones from "American Idol". According to the executive producers of the singing competition, it is not his legal troubles which become the main reason to send him packing, but it's his lies.

Charlize Theron can now add mother to her resume. The Josey Aimes of "North Country" has followed in the footsteps of another Hollywood single lady Sandra Bullock in adopting a child. "She is the proud mom of a healthy baby boy named Jackson," her representative confirmed in a statement released on Wednesday, March 14.

There is a whisper out there that Jessica Simpson and fiance Eric Johnson (II) will name their upcoming baby girl Maxwell. Simpson, who can give birth any days now, previously revealed in the new issue of Elle magazine that they have decided on a "nontraditional" name for the tot.

A representative of Global Philanthropy Group has responded to Malawian government's protest about Madonna's plans to build 10 schools in the impoverished African nation. Trevor Neilson said there is no truth in the accusation that Madonna skipped the necessary authorization and discussion of her projects for Malawi.